"That
of a very active, intelligent and elegant-appearing dog, squarely built, well
proportioned, moving soundly and carrying himself proudly. Properly clipped
in the traditional fashion and carefully groomed, the Poodle has about him an
air of distinction and dignity peculiar to himself." --
from the Standard for the Poodle.
Most
breed historians agree that the poodle as we know it in the United States today
had its origins in Russia, France, and Germany. While the dogs of these countries
were very different in type from each other they did have one attribute in common.
They excelled as water retrievers and swimmers. They are true sporting dogs.
Poodle are marvelous companions as well and the darlings of society due to their
amusing personalities and their versatile talents. However, their background
is that of the water dog - and these instincts remain with the breed today.
GENERAL APPEARANCE, CARRIAGE
AND CONDITION
Ch.
Chieveley Chopstick, black, was the first Mini to earn the title of Champion
the same year that the AKC first recognized Miniatures as a variety of Poodle
in 1932.
